Hotel Magdalena - Austin

4-star urban retreat in Austin with a 1970s lake house design

Amenities & Pool

Hotel Magdalena offers an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and scenic views, set within native Texas landscaping. The pool area is open all year and includes a poolside bar serving cocktails. Guests also have access to private parking and valet parking on site.

Rooms & Design

The 89 rooms at Hotel Magdalena are air-conditioned and include minibars, a coffee machine, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Certain rooms feature a terrace. The design draws from the local lake house ethos of the 1970s, connecting four buildings with treehouse-like courtyards.

Dining & Bar

The full-service restaurant, Summer House, serves meals throughout the day with a live-fire grill and seasonal menu. The Magdalena Bar offers creative cocktails in a setting that overlooks the pool. Breakfast options include à la carte, American, or vegetarian choices.

Entertainment & Programming

Hotel Magdalena hosts engaging programming such as Sound Minds and Surf Rock Sessions for guests. The hotel also has a speakeasy-style equipment room with high-fidelity music and Japanese whiskey. These experiences are available on select nights.

Location & Nearby

The hotel is located on South Congress, steps from shopping, dining, and the Continental Club. It is 1.9 km from the Austin Convention Center and 2.9 km from the Capitol Building. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is a short drive away.

• Location: Steps from South Congress shopping and dining
• Rooms: 89 rooms with minibars and air conditioning
• Dining: Summer House restaurant with live-fire grill
• Entertainment: Sound Minds and Surf Rock Sessions programming
• Pool: Year-round outdoor pool with poolside bar
• Pet-Friendly: Pet bowls and valet parking available